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Who is Dr. Lapsiwala, Neurosurgeon in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Samir Lapsiwala, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lapsiwala graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Lapsiwala is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Indonesian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lapsiwala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lapsiwala’s office at (817) 878-5333.
Where did Dr. Lapsiwala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Lapsiwala board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Samir Lapsiwala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lapsiwala speak?
Dr. Lapsiwala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Indonesian
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Lapsiwala typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lapsiwala diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lapsiwala. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Lapsiwala typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lapsiwala performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lapsiwala. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
- Autologous Spine Graft
- Morselized Bone Graft
- Spine Fusion Bone Graft
- Bone Harvest for Spine
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 20937: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); morselized (through separate skin or fascial incision) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Aspiration for Spine Graft
- Spine Bone Marrow Harvest
- Autologous Bone Graft for Spine
- Bone Marrow Aspiration (Spine)
- Spine Bone Graft Material Collection
CPT Codes:
- 20939: Bone marrow aspiration for bone grafting, spine surgery only, through separate skin or fascial incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Lapsiwala accept my insurance?
Dr. Lapsiwala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 878-5333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lapsiwala accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Lapsiwala in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lapsiwala's office located?
Dr. Samir Lapsiwala's Primary Practice
1900 Mistletoe Blvd Ste 200
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 878-5333
What is Dr. Lapsiwala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lapsiwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891735684.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lapsiwala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lapsiwala
What is Dr. Samir Lapsiwala's specialty?
Dr. Lapsiwala is a Neurosurgeon near Fort Worth, TX.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Samir Lapsiwala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lapsiwala is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Medical City Fort Worth Hospital, Lake Granbury Medical Center, Glen Rose Medical Center, United Regional Healthcare System which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Samir Lapsiwala accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Samir Lapsiwala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samir Lapsiwala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lapsiwala's office at (817) 878-5333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samir Lapsiwala?
Please contact Dr. Lapsiwala's office at (817) 878-5333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samir Lapsiwala have?
Dr. Samir Lapsiwala is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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